
The Greatest Works of Edwin Arnold (Illustrated Edition)
Enriched edition. Buddhism and Hinduism Studies, Poetry & Plays (Including The Essence of Buddhism, The Light of Asia)By Edwin ArnoldLength29h 19m
About this audiobook
The Greatest Works of Edwin Arnold (Illustrated Edition) is a collection of some of the finest literary creations by the renowned author. Arnold's writing style is characterized by a poetic and lyrical quality, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of human emotions. Drawing on themes of love, spirituality, and exploration of the East, the book showcases Arnold's versatility and imagination. Each story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations that enhance the reading experience, making it a visual delight. Edwin Arnold, a British poet and journalist, was deeply inspired by his travels to the East and his fascination with Eastern cultures and philosophies. His experiences are reflected in his work, as he delves into themes of love, spirituality, and the human experience. Arnold's unique perspective and profound insights make his writing both engaging and thought-provoking. I recommend The Greatest Works of Edwin Arnold (Illustrated Edition) to readers who appreciate poetry, spirituality, and a touch of Eastern mysticism. This collection offers a glimpse into the mind of a talented writer and provides a captivating reading experience that is both enlightening and enriching.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length29 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Greatest Works of Edwin Arnold (Illustrated Edition)
26Book the Fifth
2Introduction
27Book The Sixth
3Historical Context
28Book The Seventh
4Synopsis (Selection)
29Book The Eigth
5The Essence of Buddhism
30Indian Poetry
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6PREFACE.
31The Indian Song of Songs.
7COMPILER'S PROEM.
32Miscellaneous Oriental Poems.
8THE ESSENCE OF BUDDHISM.
33Two Books From The Iliad Of India.
9Hindu Literature: Comprising The Book of good counsels, Nala and Damayanti
34"Night of Slaughter."
10THE BOOK OF GOOD COUNSELS
35The Morning Prayer.
11Translator's Preface
36Proverbial Wisdom from the Shlokas of the Hitopadesa.
12Introduction
37Proverbial Wisdom From the Shlokas of the Hitopadeśa.
13THE WINNING OF FRIENDS
38The Song Celestial; Or, Bhagavad-Gîtâ (from the Mahâbhârata)
14THE PARTING OF FRIENDS
39Light of the World; or, The Great Consummation
15WAR
40Proeme.
16PEACE
41AT BETHLEHEM
17NALA AND DAMAYANTI
42BOOK I MARY MAGDALENE
18Introduction
43Mary Magdalene.
19THE MAHÂBHÂRATA
44BOOK II THE MAGUS
20Death--And Afterwards
45The Magus.
21The Light of Asia
46BOOK III THE ALABASTER BOX
22Book The First
47The Alabaster Box.
23Book The Second
48BOOK IV THE PARABLES
24Book The Third
49The Parables.
25Book The Fourth
50BOOK V THE LOVE OF GOD AND MAN